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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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